MINDANAO POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE

General Santos City

OFFICE OF THE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

OUTCOME-BASED TEACHING AND LEARNING

DETAILED TEACHING SYLLABUS
Subject: ME8 (FLUID MECHANICS)

INSTITUTION:

MPC VISION

The Mindanao Polytechnic College shall be a premier educational institution in Southern Philippines which aims to imbue its academic
community with the values of integrity, honesty, transparency and intellectual excellence.

MPC MISSION

Mindanao Polytechnic College is genuinely concerned with the total development of the human person. It is committed to attain the ideals of
excellence through a well –integrated educational program of instruction, research and community involvement responsive to the challenges of nation
building and global competitiveness.

MPC GOAL

The Mindanao Polytechnic College aims to produce competent professionals.

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DEPARTMENT:

BSME VISION

MPC – Mechanical Engineering Department is to be recognized and certified nationally by an accrediting body as one of the leading programs
in education and research.

BSME MISSION

To provide high-quality education, research and service to prepare graduates for successful and diverse careers in mechanical engineering and
related fields.
Employing student – centered and collaborative educational strategies, the program strives to prepare graduates to address the evolving needs
of society, engage in leadership and be creative agents for the development of a more competitive, innovative, and sustainable industry in the
Philippines.

A. Coherency of PEO to HEI’s Mission:

Mindanao Polytechnic College mission statements:

M1. To demonstrate characteristics of total development as a human person.

M2. To attain the ideals of excellence through the well – integrated educational program of instruction, research and community involvement
responsive to the challenges of nation building and global competitiveness.

MPC Mission
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
M1 M2
Graduates apply the theoretical knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences as well as the background knowledge they
PEO1 √
have learned to acquire the experience and practical skills required of professional engineers.
Graduates advance in their careers as engineers, to enable them to contribute to the developmental effort of the country as
PEO2 √
entrepreneurs or competent professionals.
Graduates manifest good moral and ethical values and the acute sense of awareness of the conservation of the
PEO3 √ √
environment for the sustainable development of the country.
Graduates continue their development in both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering and exposure to industrial
PEO4 √
setting in the form of field experience.
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B. Coherency of PO to PEO:

BSME PEOs:
PEO1. Graduates apply the theoretical knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences as well as the background knowledge they have
learned to acquire the experience and practical skills required of professional engineers.

PEO2. Graduates advance in their careers as engineers, to enable them to contribute to the developmental effort of the country as
entrepreneurs or competent professionals.

PEO3. Graduates manifest good moral and ethical values and the acute sense of awareness of the conservation of the environment for the
sustainable development of the country.

PEO4. Graduates continue their development in both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering and exposure to industrial setting in the
form of field experience.

BSME PEOs
Program Outcomes (POs)
PEO1 PEO2 PEO3 PEO4
PO1 An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering √ √ √
PO2 An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data √ √
PO3 An ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints √ √ √
PO4 An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams √
PO5 An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems √ √ √
PO6 An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility √ √ √ √
PO7 An ability to communicate effectively in both Filipino and English languages √
PO8 An understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context √ √ √ √
PO9 An ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for mechanical engineering practice √ √ √

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C. Coherency of CO to PO:

Program Outcomes:
The graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering must have the abilities and skills in hand to perform the following
functions and competencies:

PO1: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering

PO2: An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

PO3: An ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints

PO5: An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems

PO8: An understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context

PO9: An ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for mechanical engineering practice

Course Outcomes:
On successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

CO1. To understand the fundamental properties of fluid.

CO2. To introduce the integro-differential equation model of fluid flow using continuity equation, the momentum equation and the first law of
thermodynamics

CO3. To understand the effects of viscosity in flow through pipes/tubes. To be proficient in the use of dimensional analysis in order to determine
the relationship between bulk properties of fluids.
Program Outcomes (POs)
Course Outcomes (COs)
PO1 PO2 PO3 PO5 PO8 PO9
CO1 To understand the fundamental properties of fluid. √ √ √
To introduce the integro-differential equation model of fluid flow using continuity
CO2 √ √ √
equation, the momentum equation and the first law of thermodynamics
To understand the effects of viscosity in flow through pipes/tubes. To be proficient in √
CO3 the use of dimensional analysis in order to determine the relationship between bulk √ √ √
properties of fluids.

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ME8 Course Title: FLUID MECHANICS Credit Unit(s):
Course Code:
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Laboratory Hours(s): None
The course deals with the nature and physical properties of fluids as well as the identification and
Year: 3rd measurement of fluid properties. It emphasizes the application of conservation laws on mass, energy and
Course Description:
Semester: 2nd momentum to fluid systems either incompressible or compressible flow and inviscid or viscous flow as well
as headloss calculation on pipes and fittings.
Pre-requisite(s): ME5
Co-requisite(s): MECH2

Time Intended Learning Assessment Tasks

Topics CO Teaching / Learning Activities (TLA)
Frame Outcomes (ILO) (AT)
12 hrs 1. Introduction CO 1  Learn the basic application and Interactive discussion:  Assignment
2. Properties of Fluids usefulness of Fluid Dynamics.  Discussion  Recitation
or 2.1.Compressible and  Determine the characteristics  Solve sample problem and discuss the outcome.  Long Quiz
2.2. Incompressible Fluids, and behavior of different types  Board work/seatwork:  Written Exam
12 sessions 2.3. Differential and Integral of fluids.
form of the Fluid Dynamic
Equation,
2.4. Bulk Modulus of
Elasticity,
2.5. Gas Equationof State,
2.6 Compressibility of
Gases,
2.7. Inviscid and Viscous
Fluids,
2.8. SurfaceTension.
12 hrs 3. Fluid Statics CO 1  Learn the function of fluid in Interactive discussion:  Assignment
3.1.Pressure Variation in pressure variation.  Discussion  Recitation
or Static Fluid,  Determine how to read the  Solve sample problem and discuss the outcome.  Long Quiz
3.2.Absolute and Gage readings on basic gauges  Board work/seatwork  Written Exam
12sessions Pressures,  Calculate the pressure and
3.3Pressure Measuring force exerted by fluid in the
3.4.Devices, Force on Plane system.
Area,

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 3.5.Center of Pressure,
3.6.Force on Curved
Surface,
3.6.Buoyancy and Stability
of Submerged and
Floating Bodies,
3.8.Fluid Masses Subjected
to Acceleration

Prelim Exam

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 12 hrs 4. Conservation of Energy CO 2  Apply the concept of Interactive discussion:  Assignment
4.1.Equation of Steady conservation of energy in fluid  Discussion  Quiz Bee
or Motion along a Streamline flow.  Solve sample problem and discuss the outcome.  Long Quiz
for an Ideal Fluid  Learn how to use dimensions  Board work/seatwork
12 sessions 4.2.(Bernoulli’s Equation) and parameters to solve  Written Exam
and Real Fluid, engineering problems
4.3. Energy Equation for
Steady Flow of
Incompressible Fluids,
4.4 Power Considerations in
Fluid Flow,
4.5. Cavitation,
4.6.Hydraulic Grade Line
and Energy Line, Stagnation
Pressure,
4.7.Flow in a Curved Path,
4.8.Forced Vortex,
4.9.Free or Irrotational
Vortex
5. Basic Hydrodynamics.
5.1Differential Equation of
Continuity,
5.2.Rotational and
Irrotational Flow,
5.3.Circulation and
Vorticity, 5.4.Stream
Function,
5.5. Velocity Potential,
5.6.Orthogonality of
Streamlines and
Equipotential Lines
6. Similitude and Dimensional
Analysis
6.1.Geometric Similarity,
6.2.Kinematic Similarity,
6.3.Dynamic Similarity,
6.4.Scale Ratios,
6.5.Dimensional Analysis
and Buckingham II Theorem

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 12 hrs 7. Momentum and Forces in Fluid CO 2  Calculate the momentum and Interactive discussion:  Assignment
Flow force by fluid flow and force  Discussion  Quiz Bee
or 7.1.Impulse-Momentum needed to cause energy  Solve sample problem and discuss the outcome.  Long Quiz
Principle, change.  Board work/seatwork
12 sessions 7.2. Force Exerted on  Determine the different  Written Exam
Pressure Conduits, velocities across stream.
7.3.Force Exerted on a  Apply the principle to useful
Stationary Vane or Blade, work.
7.4.Relation between
Absolute and Relative
Velocities,
7.5.Force upon a Moving
Vane or Blade,
7.6.Torque in Rotating
Machines and Head
Equivalent of Mechanical
Work,
7.7.Momentum Principle
applied to Propellers and
Windmills
Midterm Exam

12 hrs 8. Steady Incompressible Flow in CILO  Determine and distinguish the Interactive discussion:  Assignment
Pressure Conduits 3 different type of flow.  Discussion  Group Work
or 8.1.Critical Reynolds  Learn how surface of conduits  Solve sample problem and discuss the outcome.  Long Quiz
8.2.Number, Hydraulic affect the flow of fluids.  Board work/seatwork  Written Exam
12 sessions Radius,  Calculate the energy loss and
8.3.General Equation for pressure drops along pipes.
Conduit Friction,  Learn how to design pipe
8.4.Laminar Flow in Circular system,
Pipes,
8.5.Turbulent Flow,
8.6.PipeRoughness,
8.7.Friction Factor,
8.8.Fluid Friction in
Noncircular Conduits,
8.9.Different types of
Losses,

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 8.10.Branching Pipes,
8.11. Pipes in Series and
Parallel.
12 hrs 9. Fluid Measurements CILO  Learn how the measuring Interactive discussion:  Assignment
9.1.Measuring Devices for 4 devices work  Discussion  Group Work
or Static Pressure and Velocity,  Calculate the pressure head  Solve sample problem and discuss the outcome.  Long Quiz
9.2.Venturi Tube, pressure, elevation, and  Board work/seatwork  Written Exam
12 sessions 9.3.Orifice Meter, velocity on Orifice meter
9.4.Weirs
10. Multi-Phase Flow
Final Exam

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A. ASSESSMENT TASKS
D.1. Prelim

Class Performance (CP):

Quizzes - 30% Class Performance (CP) = 60.00%
Recitation - 15% Subject Proficiency (SP) = 40.00%
Assignments - 15% Prelim Grade = 100.00%
Class Performance - 60%

Subject Proficiency (SP):

Prelim Exam Grade - 40%

TYPE OF
CILOs to be
ASSESSMENT WEIGHT DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT TASK
addressed
METHOD
Quizzes 30% CILO 1-4 Written quizzes will test the students’ attentiveness regarding the currently presented or previously presented topics.
Recitation 15% CILO 1-4 Individual and/or group graded participation will motivate the student to be more diligent and be aware with the actual
implications of the topic presented.
Assignments 15% CILO 1-4 Assignments given will enhance the students’ ability to do research works and even improve their diligence in assessing
articles.
Prelim Examination 40% CILO 1-4 Term examination will test the students’ ability to recall the principles and concepts presented. This will also assess the
students critical thinking in situational analysis in application to the principles and concepts discussed.

D.2. Midterm

Class Performance (CP):

Quizzes - 30% Class Performance (CP) = 60.00%
Recitation - 15% Subject Proficiency (SP) = 40.00%
Assignments - 15% Midterm Grade = 100.00%
Class Performance - 60%

Subject Proficiency (SP):

Midterm Exam Grade - 40%

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 TYPE OF
CILOs to be
ASSESSMENT WEIGHT DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT TASK
addressed
METHOD
Quizzes 30% CILO 1-4 Written quizzes will test the students’ attentiveness regarding the currently presented or previously presented topics.
Recitation 15% CILO 1-4 Individual and/or group graded participation will motivate the student to be more diligent and be aware with the actual
implications of the topic presented.
Assignments 15% CILO 1-4 Assignments given will enhance the students’ ability to do research works and even improve their diligence in assessing
articles.
Prelim Examination 40% CILO 1-4 Term examination will test the students’ ability to recall the principles and concepts presented. This will also assess the
students critical thinking in situational analysis in application to the principles and concepts discussed.

D.3. Final

Class Performance (CP):

Quizzes - 30% Class Performance (CP) = 60.00%
Recitation - 15% Subject Proficiency (SP) = 40.00%
Assignments - 15% Final Grade = 100.00%
Class Performance - 60%

Subject Proficiency (SP):

Final Exam Grade - 40%

TYPE OF
CILOs to be
ASSESSMENT WEIGHT DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT TASK
addressed
METHOD
Quizzes 30% CILO 1-4 Written quizzes will test the students’ attentiveness regarding the currently presented or previously presented topics.

Recitation 15% CILO 1-4 Individual and/or group graded participation will motivate the student to be more diligent and be aware with the actual
implications of the topic presented.
Assignments 15% CILO 1-4 Assignments given will enhance the students’ ability to do research works and even improve their diligence in
assessing articles.
Prelim Examination 40% CILO 1-4 Term examination will test the students’ ability to recall the principles and concepts presented. This will also assess the
students critical thinking in situational analysis in application to the principles and concepts discussed.

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References:

R 1 – Prime’s Mechanical Engineering Pocket Reference Manual; R.S. Capote, C.G. Duaso, J.A. Mandawe; 2010
R 2 – Cengel, Yunus A; Fluid Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications,McGraw-Hill, 2006
R 3 -- Crowe, Clayton T.; Engineering Fluid Mechanics, John Wiley, 2005
R 4 -- Daugherty, Robert; Franzini, Joseph; Finnemore, E. John Fluid Mechanics with Engineering Applications latest edition)
R 5 -- White, Frank. Fluid Mechanics, 4th edition, McGraw-Hill

Non – Print Media: NPM 1: http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com

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April 20, 2016 ENGR. STEPHEN T. ABRAHAM, ME ENGR. DENNIS P. MANEJERO, ME RUTH U. MANUBAG, PH.D. 9
Instructor Department Head VP for Academic Affairs

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